“I thinke it not amisse to forewarne you that you thrust as few wordes of many sillables into your verse as may be: and hereunto I might alledge many reasons: first the most auncient English wordes are of one sillable, so that the more monasyllables that you use, the truer Englishman you shall seeme, and the lesse you shall smell of the Inkehorne.”
Quote by George Gascoigne
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The Complete Works of George Gascoigne: Volume 1, The Posies
The Complete Works of George Gascoigne: Volume 1, The Posies is a compilation of poems by George Gascoigne, a significant figure in English Renaissance literature. This first volume features 'The Posies,' a collection that reflects Gascoigne's poetic style and thematic content, offering insight into the cultural and literary context of his time. more
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George Gascoigne
George Gascoigne (1535-1577) was an influential English poet during the Renaissance period. Known for his satirical and humorous style, his works have had a profound impact on subsequent literature. more
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